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FH52 OED

2002 Suzuki Jimny

Blue Petrol 1328cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

118,563 mi
Last recorded118,563 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2020
Typical for 2002 Suzuki Jimny59,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH52 OED
MakeSuzuki
ModelJimny
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,328cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2020 118,563 miles

full underside corroded but not structurally unsafe

Pass 20 Aug 2018 116,983 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 114,730 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine light on

fuel lines corroded

Fail 21 Aug 2017 114,730 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering grease seal leaking (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine light on

fuel lines corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2016 111,303 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Aug 2016 111,302 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 107,025 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine light on

Fail 15 Aug 2015 107,025 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded near fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine light on

Pass 20 Aug 2014 99,780 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

surface corosion under body.

Pass 25 Sep 2013 96,856 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

exhaust bracket broken

Pass 7 Jul 2012 91,437 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 91,437 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 88,063 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 May 2010 75,076 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 96,678 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 60,505 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 46,306 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 32,531 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 32,071 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Dec 2005 21,696 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Jimny?

Based on 677,512 MOT tests across 43,507 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
3,858
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
43,507
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 18,210
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,190
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,055
position lamp(s) not working 6,970
Axle swivel joint has excessive play 5,518
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FH52 OED is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny in Blue with a 1,328cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki Jimny models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 59,569 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Jimny fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 18,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH52 OED, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Jimny typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Suzuki Jimny is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FH52 OED registered?

FH52 OED is a 2002 Suzuki Jimny, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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